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In Keeping with the Spirit, If Not the Actual Wording

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In keeping with the spirit, if not the actual wording of the Declaration of Independence's affirmation that "All men are created equal," most states ____ property-holding requirements for voting.


Definitions:

Racketeering

The criminal action of conducting illegal business activities as part of an organized crime group.

Pattern Of Racketeering

A series of related illegal activities (such as bribery, fraud, and murder for hire) conducted by a group or enterprise, which can lead to prosecution under laws such as the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) in the United States.

RICO Act

The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, a U.S. federal law aimed at combating organized crime by allowing prosecution and civil penalties for racketeering activity.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

A law enacted in 2002 focused on enhancing corporate governance and financial practices, including stricter financial disclosures.

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